What do you do during the “slow” moments of your art business or creative practice? That is what we discussed in today’s episode! We talk about how to embrace the rest, shift your mindset, revisit your goals, and take action on the right things to create future opportunities. So if you're looking to navigate the ups and downs of your creative and entrepreneurial journey while staying focused on the bigger picture, this episode is for you!

It’s time for a catch up! In this episode we discuss what we are both working on as well as wins and struggles in our current studio practice. We cover a handful of topics ranging from upcoming events at Artspace, painting murals, taking intentional time for rest, and the importance of reassessing priorities as we enter into the busy holiday season ahead!

Staring at a blank canvas can be an intimidating feeling for many artists. In today’s episode we are going to dive deeper into that feeling, where it comes from and how creatives can proactively combat it! From building creative routines, to quieting your inner critic, you are not alone when it comes to moments of fear in the creative process.

From an all or nothing mindset to fortune-telling yourself out of opportunities, cognitive distortions are a natural and inevitable part of a creative career. In today’s episode we discuss ways in which they can impact our art practice and discuss coping mechanisms that will help combat these thoughts. Afterall, building creative resilience is key to a sustainable life-long career!

On this episode we interview painter and muralist Autumn Cobeland. We talk about finding nature as a source of inspiration, utilizing technology to enhance your creative process, expanding your art business with prints, and how to use the work you make to influence the opportunities that you pursue.

Rejection is a normal part of being an artist and not always fun to deal with. From the emotional impact of the experience to experiencing imposter syndrome, these moments can feel debilitating. But on today’s episode, we discuss how to navigate rejection and reframe it as a catalyst to growth!

On this episode we interview watercolor artist and art educator Jim Kuhlman. We talk about the difference between what art is and what it is about, the importance of crystallizing your vocabulary as an artist, the power of working alongside other artists, and how to build trust in an art critique group. So whether you are an emerging artist who is struggling to find your voice or an art educator looking to mentor young talent, this episode is for you!

It’s time for a catch up! In this episode we discuss what we are both working on as well as wins and struggles in our current studio practice. We cover a handful of topics ranging from painting murals, delegating art admin tasks, and the importance of keeping a sustainable work-life balance to avoid burnout as we enter into the busy holiday season ahead!

In today's episode, we want to delve into an important aspect of the creative process: What comes first, the idea or the material? Understanding your answer to this question as an artist can provide valuable insights into both yourself and the work you create. This understanding is an invaluable tool for any artist. Whether it's identifying your natural creative workflow or using your process to overcome creative challenges, this episode has something to offer artists at every stage of their careers.

Are you a creative person looking to leverage your skills in a new industry? This episode is for you! Creative people are desired in all industries, and in today’s episode we brainstorm those job options for you! From corporate America to entrepreneurship, and art administration to tech industry, there are a few obvious career paths that may come to mind but many others that you may have never thought of before. It’s time to get the creative job wheels turning!

On this episode we interview photographer turned watercolor painter, Ryan Fox. We talk about transitioning careers from commercial photography to watercolor painting, utilizing prints and online downloads as an income stream, the learning curve of teaching, and the importance of making opportunities happen for yourself.

Is your art too cheap? Too overpriced? Fairly valued? Let’s find out! In today’s episode we talk about the various ways in which people perceive value in art, the perception value paradox, and how to strategically balance accessibility and value. As an artist you are in control of the pieces you make and the prices you set so understanding the strategy of pricing your work will allow you to stand more confident in the prices you set and knowing when to increase them along your journey!

On this episode we interview Australian visual artist, Anna Price. We talk about balancing multiple art styles, generating new income streams with art products, navigating commissions, having a studio outside of the home, and cultivating an audience on social media.

There is a delicate balance between art procrastination and the importance of taking breaks. In today’s episode we talk about the psychology of art procrastination, the power of taking breaks from your creative practice, and finding the balance between the two. It isn’t always easy, but as an artist our primary role is to understand ourselves which includes both how we work and how we rest. This episode is for you if you are trying to strike the balance between work, rest, and avoiding your creative practice with practical tips.

On this episode we interview artist and Virginia Tech professor, Eric Standley. In this conversation we talk about utilizing technology as an art-making tool, staying present in your practice, experimenting your way into an art style, trusting your creative voice, delegating elements of your art business to a team, and the challenges of exhibiting your work internationally.

On this episode we interview artist Peter Roux. We talk about creating suspended belie” within paintings, balancing art making with the admin side of running a business, using artwork as catalysts for experiences, and thinking about different ways to get an art education.

Believe it or not, the holiday season is right around the corner – so are you ready? If not, now is the time to prepare! In today’s episode we discuss the things that you can do now to plan and prepare for the holiday season ahead. From shifting your mindset to planning out products, inventory, and marketing materials, if you want to have a stress free and profitable holiday season, this is the season for you!

Starting to sell your artwork is a big milestone for many creatives, And from the outside looking in it may seem like there are a lot of things you need to have before you start selling. But that isn’t necessarily the case. In today’s episode we discuss the things that you don’t need in order to sell your art as well as the things that you absolutely do need (hint - these are things you probably already have!)

It’s time for a catch up! In this episode we discuss what we are both working on as well as wins and struggles in our current studio practice. We cover a handful of topics ranging from painting murals, teaching teenagers, out of state exhibitions, leveraging retail locations, and preparing for the holiday season!

On this episode we interview visual artist and health equity researcher artist Isabel Lu. We talk about the evaluating factors for choosing her undergraduate degree, rediscovering her creative practice during covid, exploring the intersection of public community health and art, using her day job to become a more well rounded artist, and creating an inclusive creative environment in her public facing art studio.